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Quercus muehlenbergii
Also Known As
- Quercus acuminata
- Quercus acuminata
- Quercus alexanderi
- Quercus alexanderi
- Quercus prinoides
- Quercus prinoides var. acuminata
- Chestnut Oak
- Chinkapin Oak
- Chinquapin Oak
- Rock Chestnut Oak
- Rock Oak
- Yellow Chestnut Oak
- Yellow Oak
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 40'-60'
- W: 50'-70'
planting zones
- 5a-7b
Quercus muehlenbergii plant details
Quercus muehlenbergii is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus muehlenbergii
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: fagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 50 FT - 70 FT - wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color, serrated leaves
GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus muehlenbergii
- USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Garden World
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Gardening facts about Quercus muehlenbergii plant
How to Grow Quercus muehlenbergii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- birds
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Fruit
- brown
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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